About
Saltasaurus
Discovered and named in 1980, Saltasaurus is a very unique and interesting Sauropod. Fossil evidence shows that Saltasaurus had thousands of spines that covered its entire body, similar to a pin cushion.
In addition to spines, Saltasaurus also had a number of fist-sized lumps spread across its back.

Living during the mid and late Cretaceous Period, these were among the smallest and last surviving of all the Sauropods anywhere on Earth.

What is this dinosaur's name?

Saltasaurus

How do I pronounce Saltasaurus?

Sall-tah-sore-us

What does the name Saltasaurus mean?

Salta Reptile (Location of Discovery)

How long was Saltasaurus?

39.00 feet
12.00 meters

How heavy was Saltasaurus?

20000.00 pounds
10000.00 kilograms

What dinosaur class was Saltasaurus assigned to?

Sauropoda

What did Saltasaurus eat?

Plants

How many years ago did Saltasaurus live?

75,000,000 Years Ago

In what period did Saltasaurus live?

Late Cretaceous

Where did Saltasaurus live?

Uruguay, Argentina, South America

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